Donut Racing Show: An F1 Podcast

Donut Media

Donut Racing Show: An F1 Podcast brings a cheap beer mindset to the champagne-popping podium of Formula One racing. If you only watch the race on Sunday, you’re missing 70% of the picture... and that’s where we come in. Let Donut Media’s Nolan Sykes, and motor-journalists Alanis King (Business Insider, Jalopnik) and Elizabeth Blackstock (Jalopnik), be your friendly guides to the wild world of Formula One. From the frustrations (FERRARI!) to the glory (RED BULL!) to the downright disappointing (MERCEDES?!), Donut Racing Show is here for you. For advertising opportunities please email PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com.    We wanna make the podcast even better, help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4.   Privacy Policy: https://www.studio71.com/terms-and-conditions-use/#Privacy%20Policy. read less
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Episodes

The Final DRS: You’re Our Boyfriends Now
06-12-2023
The Final DRS: You’re Our Boyfriends Now
On the final episode of DRS (yes, ever), Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan share why we’ve decided to end the show on a high note, and then dole out some superlatives for our graduating (but returning) class of F1 drivers. They also read through some of our massive backlog of listener mail. PERSONAL NOTE: We have read everything you’ve ever sent us, and cannot adequately express the appreciation we have for our listeners. We love y’all and your support has meant the world to us. 0:00 Intro 1:02 Future of DRS 21:57 F1 Superlatives 51:05 Listener Mail 1:12:17 Boyfriend of the Week 1:15:02 Outro Order Alanis’ and Elizabeth’s book, Racing with Rich Energy, here: https://www.richenergybook.com/ Sign up for Elizabeth's new podcast, Deadly Passions, Terrible Joys here: https://www.patreon.com/deadlypassionsterriblejoys/ Subscribe to Alanis’s new podcast, 36 Questions, here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2jFyWL7ZWDxXA9L6h7tefd https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/36-questions-with-alanis-king/id1719037421 Follow Nolan on IG & Twitter @nolanjsykes Follow Alanis on IG & Twitter @alanisnking Follow Elizabeth on IG @elizablackstock and on Twitter @Eliz_blackstock Order now and get the holiday help you need from DoorDash! Use code RACINGHOLIDAY to get 50% off up to $10 value when you spend $15 or more at convenience, grocery, or select retail stores on DoorDash. Terms apply. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Abu Dhabi GP: What's Going On With Lewis and Red Bull?
29-11-2023
Abu Dhabi GP: What's Going On With Lewis and Red Bull?
Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan recap the FINAL RACE OF THE 2023 SEASON in Abu Dhabi, where it was a tough day to be Lewis Hamilton, the spicy multi-driver battle for 4th place was finally resolved, and Ferrari wouldn’t let Charles do frickin’ anything. Plus, the last radio messages from George Russell for 90 days. We also have a few bittersweet announcements at the end of the episode. 0:00 Intro 3:59 Qualifying 11:56 Race 24:10 Checkin' In with Checo! 31:48 Battle for 4th place 40:20 Grand Prix Grab Bag 46:18 Race Results 47:14 Boyfriend of the Week 52:52 Listener mail / Outro Order Alanis’ and Elizabeth’s book, Racing with Rich Energy, here: https://www.richenergybook.com/ Sign up for Elizabeth's new podcast, Deadly Passions, Terrible Joys https://www.patreon.com/deadlypassionsterriblejoys/ Subscribe to Alanis’s new podcast, 36 Questions, here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2jFyWL7ZWDxXA9L6h7tefd Subscribe to Alanis and Elizabeth’s new motorsports podcast, ABS, here: https://open.spotify.com/show/751UCbX1SQfuE6KgYlfBnk Follow Donut Racing Show on Twitter @donutracingshow Email us donutracingshow@donutmedia.com Follow Nolan on IG & Twitter @nolanjsykes Follow Alanis on IG & Twitter @alanisnking Follow Elizabeth on IG @elizablackstock and on Twitter @Eliz_blackstock Order now and get the holiday help you need from DoorDash! Use code RACINGHOLIDAY to get 50% off up to $10 value when you spend $15 or more at convenience, grocery, or select retail stores on DoorDash. Terms apply. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Why the Vegas GP Could Be Good, Actually (w. RACEWKND's Magnus Greaves)
15-11-2023
Why the Vegas GP Could Be Good, Actually (w. RACEWKND's Magnus Greaves)
This one’s a real grab bag! First, Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan go through some of Elizabeth’s old F1 programs to see what info they can glean about our beloved drivers. Then, Magnus Greaves, co-founder and publisher of RACEWKND, joins the crew to talk about his gorgeous F1 magazine, as well as the controversial Las Vegas Grand Prix. Then they go through the FINAL track walk of the season in Las Vegas. 00:00 Intro 01:02 F1 Programs 08:00 Magnus Greaves Interview 44:37 Boyfriend of the Week 50:40 Vegas Grand Prix Track Walk 54:46 Outro Order Alanis’ and Elizabeth’s book, Racing with Rich Energy, here: https://www.richenergybook.com/ Cook your way through the Formula One calendar with Elizabeth’s new series, Grand Prix Gastronomy https://grandprixgastronomy.substack.com/ Check out Elizabeth’s article on the Vegas GP here: https://jalopnik.com/i-hope-it-bankrupts-them-las-vegas-residents-enraged-a-1851009102 Follow Donut Racing Show on Twitter @donutracingshow Email us donutracingshow@donutmedia.com Follow Nolan on IG & Twitter @nolanjsykes Follow Alanis on IG & Twitter @alanisnking Follow Elizabeth on IG @elizablackstock and on Twitter @Eliz_blackstock Check out RACEWKND here: https://racewknd.co/ Shop DoorDash to get everything you need for the holiday season! Use code RACINGHOLIDAY to get 50% off up to $10 value when you spend $15 or more at convenience, grocery, or select retail stores on DoorDash. Terms apply. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brazilian GP: Will Lando Eventually Beat Max? (w. TMG's Noel Miller)
08-11-2023
Brazilian GP: Will Lando Eventually Beat Max? (w. TMG's Noel Miller)
Alanis, Elizabeth, + Nolan are joined by guest host Noel Miller (The Tiny Meat Gang Podcast) to recap the Brazilian Grand Prix (+ Sprint Race!). They talk about the triumphant return of Stebby v Alonso, a particularly brutal opening lap crash, and the fact that George Russell has had too many good birthdays. They also discuss Charles Leclerc’s “Animal Planet”-esque walk back to the garage and THAT. FINAL. LAP!  00:00 Intro 3:40 Qualifying 23:23 The Race 45:32 Grand Prix Grab Bag 49:07 Boyfriend of the week 51:30 Good Ol’ Boyfriend of the week 55:33 Listener Mail 59:07 Outro Shop DoorDash to get everything you need for the holiday season! Use code RACINGHOLIDAY to get 50% off up to $10 value when you spend $15 or more at convenience, grocery, or select retail stores on DoorDash. Terms apply. Order Alanis’ and Elizabeth’s new book, Racing with Rich Energy, here: https://www.richenergybook.com/ Cook your way through the Formula One calendar with Elizabeth’s new series, Grand Prix Gastronomy https://grandprixgastronomy.substack.com/ Follow Donut Racing Show on Twitter @donutracingshow Email us donutracingshow@donutmedia.com Follow Nolan on IG @nolanjsykes Follow Alanis on IG & Twitter @alanisnking and YouTube @alanisking Follow Elizabeth on IG @elizablackstock and on Twitter @Eliz_blackstock Follow Noel Miller on everything @thenoelmiller  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Monza GP: Carlos Sainz Against the World (w. motorsports creator Ash Vandelay)
06-09-2023
Monza GP: Carlos Sainz Against the World (w. motorsports creator Ash Vandelay)
Alanis, Elizabeth, and special guest host, motorsports streamer Ash Vandelay, recap this week’s stellar Italian Grand Prix at Monza. From Yuki’s no good very bad day, to Ferrari’s dead drivers helping their team at Monza, to Alex Albon holding back Lando Norris, this was a race to remember. Remember - it’s a steering issue, not a Stebby issue. 0:00 Intro 4:52 Qualifying 10:31 Monza Grand Prix 17:03 Max Verstappen's 10th straight win, Carlos Sainz vs. the world! 33:15 Checo vs George Russell 41:31 McLaren boys had a good day 45:03 Alex Albon's great season at Williams  48:41 Aston Martin consistently inconsistent 50:50 Race Results  55:51 Boyfriend of the Week 1:01:33 Listener mail and outro Thanks to our sponsors: Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app NOW and use code DRS. New customers can score TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS IN BONUS BETS INSTANTLY when they bet just FIVE dollars on college football. Use promo code DONUT23 to get 50% off up to $10 value, when you spend $15 or more at convenience, grocery or retail stores on DoorDash. Order Alanis’ and Elizabeth’s book, Racing with Rich Energy, here: https://www.richenergybook.com/ Cook your way through the Formula One calendar with Elizabeth’s new series, Grand Prix Gastronomy https://grandprixgastronomy.substack.com/Follow Donut Racing Show on Twitter @donutracingshow Email us donutracingshow@donutmedia.com Follow Nolan on IG & Twitter @nolanjsykes Follow Alanis on IG & Twitter @alanisnking Follow Elizabeth on IG @elizablackstock and on Twitter @Eliz_blackstock Follow our guest host Ash on @ashvandelay on everything Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dutch GP: Is George Russell Entering his Supervillain Era?
30-08-2023
Dutch GP: Is George Russell Entering his Supervillain Era?
Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan recap the first race back from summer break, and oh boy, was it a good one! From Daniel Ricciardo’s broken hand (does Oscar the Menace have it out for him?!), to the “pointless” Pierre Gasly, to George Russell’s “Boss Baby vibes,” we cover it all. And remember, to some of us, it’s not a Haas… it’s a home. 0:00 Intro 3:25 Max speeding in Monaco 5:57 Haas re-signed both Nico Hulkenberg and Kevin Magnussen for the 2024 season. 9:29 Oscar Piastri takes out Daniel Ricciardo once again 14:22 Qualifying  19:30 The race (Verstappen ties Vettel's record, George Russell, Liam Lawson) 46:08 Race results 48:29 Boyfriend of the Week 51:46 Listener mail and outro Thanks to our sponsors: Get Valvoline for your car! Cut your wireless bill to 15 bucks a month at https://MINTMOBILE.com/racing. Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app NOW and use code DRS. New customers can score TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS IN BONUS BETS INSTANTLY when they bet just FIVE dollars on college football. Order Alanis’ and Elizabeth’s book, Racing with Rich Energy, here: https://www.richenergybook.com/ Cook your way through the Formula One calendar with Elizabeth’s new series, Grand Prix Gastronomy https://grandprixgastronomy.substack.com/Follow Donut Racing Show on Twitter @donutracingshow Email us donutracingshow@donutmedia.com Follow Nolan on IG & Twitter @nolanjsykes Follow Alanis on IG & Twitter @alanisnking Follow Elizabeth on IG @elizablackstock and on Twitter @Eliz_blackstock Follow Kyle on IG @kyleleduc99 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
INTERVIEW:  Behind Extreme E Racing (w. Kyle LeDuc)
23-08-2023
INTERVIEW: Behind Extreme E Racing (w. Kyle LeDuc)
Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan celebrate the last week of summer break with a special conversation about Extreme E racing. Then they talk with friend of the pod, Extreme E driver Kyle LeDuc, about what it’s like to race in remote places around the world, the very special skills he picked up along the way, and what the future holds for him. Kyle even shares some fun BTS stories about some of DRS’s F1 favorites. A very special thanks to our sponsor, WD-40 Brand, for sponsoring this week’s episode. 0:00 Intro 2:37 F1's connection to Extreme E 16:08 Guest interview: Kyle Le Duc 36:06 Boyfriend of the Week 40:12 Listener Mail and Outro  Kick off the season with DraftKings Sportsbook! Download the app NOW and use code DRS. New customers can score TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS IN BONUS BETS INSTANTLY when they bet just FIVE dollars on any college football bet. Only on DraftKings Sportsbook with code DRS. Get Valvoline for your car! Order Alanis’ and Elizabeth’s book, Racing with Rich Energy, here: https://www.richenergybook.com/ Cook your way through the Formula One calendar with Elizabeth’s new series, Grand Prix Gastronomy https://grandprixgastronomy.substack.com/ Follow Donut Racing Show on Twitter @donutracingshow Email us donutracingshow@donutmedia.com Follow Nolan on IG & Twitter @nolanjsykes Follow Alanis on IG & Twitter @alanisnking Follow Elizabeth on IG @elizablackstock and on Twitter @Eliz_blackstock Follow Kyle on IG @kyleleduc99 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
How F1 is Changing the Playing Field
16-08-2023
How F1 is Changing the Playing Field
Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan open this week’s episode with a discussion about Elizabeth’s recent deep-dive into F1 history… about whether or not fictional character Jean Girard ran in the 2005 US Grand Prix. Then they get into the long and interesting history of Formula One’s technical regulation changes, and whether last year’s switch-ups made a tangible difference. But most importantly, the crew has to ask: has George Russell ever seen a Miata? 0:00 Intro 1:27 Did Jean Girard run the 2005 U.S. Grand Prix?  6:40 Tech and rule changes in F1 30:22 Boyfriend of the Week 37:07 Listener Mail and Outro  Shop DoorDash to get everything you need for the back-to-school season delivered right to your door! Order now for stress-free back-to-school shopping! Use promo code DONUT23 to get 50% off up to $10 value, when you spend $15 or more at convenience, grocery or retail stores on DoorDash. Cut your wireless bill to 15 bucks a month at https://MINTMOBILE.com/racing Order Alanis’ and Elizabeth’s book, Racing with Rich Energy, here: https://www.richenergybook.com/ Cook your way through the Formula One calendar with Elizabeth’s new series, Grand Prix Gastronomy https://grandprixgastronomy.substack.com/ Check out Elizabeth’s article “Did Jean Girard Of Talladega Nights Race In The 2005 U.S. Grand Prix? Jalopnik Investigates” https://jalopnik.com/talladega-nights-jean-girard-race-formula-1-2005-usgp-1850675147?utm_source=flipboard&utm_content=Jalopnik%2Fmagazine%2FJalopnik+RacingFollow Donut Racing Show on Twitter @donutracingshow Email us donutracingshow@donutmedia.com Follow Nolan on IG & Twitter @nolanjsykes Follow Alanis on IG & Twitter @alanisnking Follow Elizabeth on IG @elizablackstock and on Twitter @elilz_blackstock Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Where the Teams Stand Before Break (w. Matt + Brian from The Red Flags Podcast)
09-08-2023
Where the Teams Stand Before Break (w. Matt + Brian from The Red Flags Podcast)
On our first episode of F1 summer break, Alanis and Elizabeth are joined by the hosts of The Red Flags Podcast, Brian and Matt, to talk about the season so far! From armchair psychology about Max’s mom’s maternity dress, to the obvious differences between Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri on the radio, to Alpine out-Ferrari-ing Ferrari, we had the best time recording this episode! 0:00 Intro 2:21 How did the Red Flags podcast start? 14:17 Formula 1's summer break 19:00 Update on what the drivers are up to right now 23:48 Best moments of the season thus far / Max Verstappen docuseries 35:22 Oscar Piastri's mother is extremely online 41:35 Will McLaren stay good? Potential third challenger? 45:45 Max Verstappen's dominance. Who will win a race other than Max? 50:52 F1 has a 'new talent' issue, Toto Wolff's guru vibes 1:01:00 Boyfriend of the Season (so far) 1:08:43 Listener mail and outro Order Alanis’ and Elizabeth’s book, Racing with Rich Energy, here: https://www.richenergybook.com/ Cook your way through the Formula One calendar with Elizabeth’s new series, Grand Prix Gastronomy https://grandprixgastronomy.substack.com/ Follow Donut Racing Show on Twitter @donutracingshow Email us donutracingshow@donutmedia.com Follow Alanis on IG & Twitter @alanisnking Follow Elizabeth on IG @elizablackstock and on Twitter @Eliz_blackstock Follow The Red Flags Podcast on IG @theredflagspod and on Twitter @TheRedFlags_Pod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Belgian GP: Why We're Rooting for Max Now (w. Engineering Explained's Jason Fenske)
02-08-2023
Belgian GP: Why We're Rooting for Max Now (w. Engineering Explained's Jason Fenske)
Alanis and Nolan are joined by guest host Jason Fenske (Engineering Explained on YouTube) to recap the Belgian Grand Prix, where Max Verstappen continued his iconic run of sassy radio messages, Carlos Sainz managed 23 laps with a busted sidepod, and McLaren had a disappointing weekend. They also talk about the exciting Sprint Race results that no one really knows how to congratulate anyone on. 0:00 Intro 1:30 Jason Fenske's relationship with Formula 1 5:11 Qualifying 11:12 Alpine parts ways with Otmar Szafnauer  20:02 Sprint Race 21:50 Oscar Piastri and Pierre Gasly impress, Sergio Perez and Fernando Alonso DNF 26:15 Belgian Grand Prix 31:10 McLaren's questionable but smart move 33:25 Max Verstappen racing for history 43:54 How the rest of the field fared 47:47 Race results 51:25 Boyfriend of the Week 55:41 Listener Mail and Outro  Order Alanis’ and Elizabeth’s new book, Racing with Rich Energy, here: https://www.richenergybook.com/ Cook your way through the Formula One calendar with Elizabeth’s new series, Grand Prix Gastronomy https://grandprixgastronomy.substack.com/ Check out Elizabeth’s Boyfriend of the Week’s podcast (Race Roadie by Reagan) at https://open.spotify.com/show/2HTyPwSOAWVRLFtFHpRRtG?si=99167d34e00244de Follow Donut Racing Show on Twitter @donutracingshow Email us donutracingshow@donutmedia.com Follow Nolan on IG & Twitter @nolanjsykes Follow Alanis on IG & Twitter @alanisnking Follow Elizabeth on IG @elizablackstock and on Twitter @Eliz_blackstock Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices